Floral Couture

Floral

By Melissa Sorge —A Whimsical Collaboration of Photography, Dance, and Fashion Master floral designer OIga Sahraoui grew up surrounded by nature. A native of Odessa, a port city on the Black Sea, she was mesmerized by the vibrant shades of blue coloring the local waters. While she always carried this appreciation for the natural environment,…

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Dody’s Dresses Opens in Montclair

dody's dresses

Montclair is well-known for its foodie hotspots, eclectic art scene and don’t forget an array of fashionable boutiques. There also just so happens to be a new player in town, bringing an avant-garde edge to S Fullerton Ave. Dody’s Dresses was founded by store owner Duha Khaddash in an attempt to give women access to…

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Behind the Seams with Hayley Paige

When you ask a designer their source of inspiration, it’s often surprising to learn what exactly got them started. For Hayley Paige, her latest Fall 2017 collection was said to be influenced by the iconic Ginger Rogers, that is, if she were “dancing to the bongo drums somewhere in Black Rock City during a sandstorm,”…

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MAÇI: First Class Fashion

MAÇI: First Class Fashion Thanks in part to today’s modern shopping environment of online stores and department chains, major retailers have largely fallen out of touch with the face-to-face element of purchasing. The idea of “shopping” as we once knew it has changed tenfold. While large shopping malls and e-commerce sites certainly offer a convenience…

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VUE on OOTD (Outfit of the Day)

VUE on OOTD (Outfit of the Day)

VUE on OOTD (Outfit of the Day) By Palenia Pichardo   Spring and summer are two my favorite seasons. You can find bright, bold colors and plenty of playful patterns to elevate your wardrobe. There are after work parties, rooftop lounges, brunches, and classic tea parties to attend. What’s a girl to do when she…

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